1 Piastre - Mahmud II
1223 (1808) year| Billon | 4 g | - |
| Issuer | Baghdad Eyalet (Iraq) |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Mahmud II (1808-1839) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1223 (1808) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 1 Piastre |
| Currency | Kuruş (1688-1844) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#142386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sultan title in 4 lines
Comment
Weight varies: 3.20-4.00 gInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Piastre - Mahmud II 1223 (1808) coin from Baghdad Eyalet (Iraq) is that it was made of Billon, a type of alloy that is composed of a mixture of metals, typically copper, silver, and sometimes gold. The use of Billon in coinage was common in the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century, as it allowed for the production of coins with a lower intrinsic value than coins made of pure metals, while still maintaining their durability and resistance to wear and tear. The fact that this coin was made of Billon and not a more valuable metal like gold or silver reflects the economic and monetary policies of the Ottoman Empire at the time, which were aimed at maintaining a stable and efficient currency system for the empire's vast territories.
